Techno

Pure club tunes, live and direct from Brooklyn.

As recently as a couple of years ago, the non-New Yorkers among us could be forgiven for not knowing Anthony Parasole. These days, if you follow techno, you'd be remiss not to. Born, raised and residing in Brooklyn, Parasole came of age during the city's techno heyday, and his work as a DJ and underground party impresario in the '00s helped guide the scene through its rough patch. (See Real Scenes: New York, which features Parasole, for the full story.) With Levon Vincent, he put out a string of now-classic EPs through their Deconstruct label. But it's The Corner, April's label of the month and number eight overall in our label poll, that's put Parasole on the map internationally as a first-class selector and producer of tough techno. 

If you've slept on Parasole until now, then consider RA.395 a cold glass of water to the face. It's characteristically fierce, with a New York-centric twist or two.

What have you been up to recently?

Many things, actually. I've been busy prepping and trying to get out the next three Corner releases, which had a couple of production issues. Tom Dicicco's No Sympathy was released last week worldwide. It's a great record to close out 2013 to. I have also been on the road touring a bit, which has been nice—so many great shows I have had an opportunity to play. Recently I just moved in Brooklyn and finished building my studio and have been pretty busy writing new music for 2014. I have more solo projects coming as well as a couple of projects with Phil Moffa.

How and where was the mix recorded?

This mix was recorded at Output during off hours one late Monday night in October, to my Sony CD-R recorder. (I prefer recording mixes in one take to hard disk; this way there is no retreat, no surrender, haha.) I used a Xone:92, two Pioneer CDJs and two Technic 1200s with a grip of records and a couple of CDs. The intro was recorded using my iPhone at the 14 Street F train station. I recorded this street musician for about 25 minutes on the sneak. The way he played guitar just blew my mind, and I wanted to capture the moment. Then I completed the mix at Butcha Sound through the power of Pro Tools and Phil Moffa.

Can you tell us about the idea behind the mix?

I had many different ideas, but I scratched all of them because I didn't want to outsmart myself. I also have a few mixes online, some with ambient or different variations, so I decided to approach this mix like a pure DJ set in a club. I wanted that club feel and wanted to capture those moments that occur purely deep in the mix when it's not thought out methodically like a typical mix, and this is why I recorded it at Output. I wanted to play on a soundsytem full throttle to capture the thump, so I just hit record and played till the 80 minutes ran out.

You've been a fixture in New York's house and techno scene for ages, but you've started making inroads abroad over the last few years. Where are your favorite places to play?

One of my favorite gigs of the year was actually at home, when Danny Tenaglia asked me to play with him at Output. There really was a crazy buzz, and the room was packed by 11:30 PM, which in Brooklyn is really early. The crowd was super receptive to how and what I played, and I'm very grateful for that gig and to Danny for inviting me. Then abroad there is this great connection between Paris and NYC, and I've had so many great gigs in France, like recently at Concrete. It is just a magical venue and party put together by people who really care about the culture and music. 

I played a couple of smaller parties that blew me away. One was this little party in Tel Aviv called Resek, which had this crazy vibe in this little dark room. Another was this event called TRAXX UP! in Switzerland. The room just blew up and was electric. And of course Berlin treats me great. I am blessed to play Berghain as often as I do, and always to such a welcoming crowd! 

Your label's aesthetic identifies strongly with your hometown. Do you think The Corner could exist outside of New York?

After I started Deconstruct with Levon Vincent, the aesthetic was so minimal, and so I really wanted to capture the complete opposite of Deconstruct with The Corner. That's why I went with full-on art and full color labels. I came up through the streets and relate to it, so I wanted that feel and smell through the art. Maybe if I lived somewhere else—let's say Miami—it probably wouldn't be the same. The art would be bunch of hot, tanned Cuban girls in string bikinis and sunsets and the label would probably be named Ocean Drive, haha! I kid, but yeah, the point is I don't think the label's aesthetic would exist if I didn't grow up in Brooklyn, New York.

What are you up to next? 

I'm preparing for New Year's Eve at fabric and then New Year's Day at Melkweg in Amsterdam. For The Corner, in January we kick the year off with Pressure by Phil Moffa and myself. It will hit the shops as soon as the holidays are over, followed by Where Were You In '92 by X-Crashed (AKA Adam X), which are all produced now. I'm also sorting out the releases and schedule for 2014. So much great music to release, I really can't wait!


RA 395 Resident Advisor Mix By Anthony Parasole

Awakenings Eindhoven 08.02.2014

Release date (vinyl & digital): 10th of March 

After a string of acclaimed releases on Token and a selection of remixes, Ø [Phase] released his debut album 'Frames Of Reference' on Token last fall. It earned him outstanding reviews at Resident Advisor ("a display of real power and finesse" 4/5), in DJmag ("a calculated masterpiece" 9,5/10), at XLR8R ("sticks out as an alternate route to the heart of machine music's appeal" 8/10), Groove Magazine ("pulsating techno in which every sonic details fits") and more.

Following the first single “On The Edge / Perplexed” & the second single “Dirtro II” (including the stellar ‘New Device Remix’ by Robert Hood), we now present you the last segment of the series with 2 remixes. On the A-side Rødhåd delivers an epic 10 minute interpretation of the first single ‘Perplexed’, while Robert Hood delivers a second, more minimalistic take on “Dirtro II” for the flip.

TRACKLISTING
A. Perplexed (Rødhåd's Extended Mix)
B. Dirtro II (Robert Hood's Redeemed Mix)

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Remixed

Ø [Phase]- Perplexed (Rødhåd's Extended Mix)

Out Now! >> http://www.beatport.com/release/inhuman-one/1280972

Lusine has been one of my favourite producers for a long time. I'm just going back over some of his first releases on Ghostly International from the early 00's, and it's amazing how ahead of the game he's always been. His combination of delicate productions and beautiful warm analogue melodies, intricacies and amazing shuffling grooves have been a big inspiration for me over the years, with his "A certain distance" album from 2009 being one of my all-time most listened too albums.

So Lusine was one of my ideal remixers for the album, and thanks to Sean at Decibel festival, the hookup was made and he was into the idea. He's turned out a beautiful remix of Woven Ancestry, which if you've seen me play recently, you probably heard in my set. The mix has special balance of being a great piece of music to listen to at home, but then when it's unleashed in a club it's groove takes on a whole new life which I hadn't seen coming until I tried it out - Thanks Jeff!

Max

Woven Ancestry - Lusine Remix

CONFUTE - On The Hour (Original Mix) [Gem Records]

AnD FCOU Podcast 

O/H - Future Ready - Opal tapes
TM404 - 303, 303, 303, 303, 808 (Sverca Remix) - Kontra
Sleeparchive - White Angel Breadline - Repitch Recordings 
Peder Mannerfelt - White Noise Pink Ladies - Stockholm Ltd
Scalameriya - Ouroboros - Genesa Records
Grey Branches - Binate - Inner Surface Music
Tinfoil - Foil 10 - Tinfoil
Surgeon - Move - Dynamic Tension
Witch - Vent - PT5 Records
Cursor Minor - Millions Of Frogs (J's Extra Kick Mixdown) - Don't
Sunil Sharpe - Stitches - Trensmat 
Violet Poison - Lisergico - Opal Tapes
Keepsakes - Gumming - Green Fetish Records
D Carbone - Origin - Mord
AD / DC - Sonic Erosion - Brothers
Ugandan Methods & Prurient - Gymnastic Loops (Vocal Mix) - Downwards 
O/H - Perfect Skin - Opal Tapes
Ontal - Penetration - Combat Recordings
Surgeon - Bad Hands Break (Part II) - Dynamic tension
Shapednoise - Illumination - Russian Torrent Versions
Autechre - Maetl - Warp 
Imugem Orihasam - Doctrine - Nute Records

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Release date (3LP, cd & digital format): 3rd of November

TRACKLIST
1. Ø [Phase] - Insectoid
2. Lucy - Sana Sana Sana Cura Cura Cura
3. Ctrls - x.y
4. Rødhåd - Haumea
5. Planetary Assault Systems - The 808 Track (Parts 1 and 2)
6. James Ruskin - No Trace
7. Surgeon - Fixed Action Pattern
8. Inigo Kennedy - Arcing
9. Karenn - Pace Yourself

INFO
It was early 2007 when Inigo Kennedy inaugurated Token. Since that Identify Yourself 12” the Belgian label has gone from strength to strength, integrating both Kennedy and Ashley Burchett, aka Ø [Phase], into becoming integral cogs in the Token machine. In between releases by Grovskopa, Oscar Mulero and Go Hiyama, both Ø [Phase] and Inigo Kennedy dominated Token’s output, but it wasn’t until Burchett’s watershed Binary Opposition that Token received the shower of praise it deserved. Following this, label founder Kr!z issued three remix 12”s of that release which, including Token regulars, took in a profound cast of producers to reprocess “Binary Opposition” by the way of Sigha, Peter Van Hoesen, Planetary Assault Systems and Ben Klock. It was here Token stamped their authority on contemporary techno.

Since then Token has grown exponentially, bringing into their fold artists like Xhin, Mark Broom and Rødhåd, while Ctrls, formally one half of Northern Structures, has seen his solo career flourish on Token with the release of five records to date, and he joins Inigo Kennedy and Ø [Phase] as a label stalwart. Additionally this year, Orphx and Ancient Methods debuted their relentless Eschaton collaboration on Token, and Christian Wünsch’s Spherical Coordinates dalliance with Oscar Mulero has gained even more momentum with a second release called Kinematics Equations. Now, seven years after that debut Kennedy record, Token present Aphelion, a nine-track CD and triple vinyl grandstand of new and exclusive material from label regulars and like-minded artists whom Token founder Kr!z specifically commissioned for this milestone release.

The penultimate record before Aphelion was a second Token 12” by Rødhåd, another artist adding to the cultivation of the label’s sound and roster, and for this compilation the Berliner supplies his cosmically inspired “Haumea”. Joining the Dystopian founder on Aphelion are three of the UK’s most influential techno artists: Surgeon, James Ruskin and Luke Slater under his Planetary Assault Systems alias who provide Token with solo material for the first time after previously appearing on the imprint in remix form. Entirely new names to grace the label via Aphelion include Stroboscopic Artefacts founder Lucy, and Blawan and Pariah's Karenn project, while label faithfuls Inigo Kennedy,  Ø [Phase] and Ctrls naturally commit three Token defining productions.

Casting one’s eye over Token’s back catalogue and it’s clear to see the label is a staunch advocate of absolute techno, remaining steadfast in issuing quality material that remains true to classic strands of the genre regardless of its popularity flux. In that respect, Aphelion - a word used to describe the point in orbit when a planet or comet is farthest from the sun - provides a simple analogy that the magnetic force of Token, unfazed by the shadows cast by popular opinion, will proudly shine light on their artists and given styles. 

“We started in an era where our genre was very unpopular,” Kr!z explains. “And in the end that seemed a big advantage for us, because when everyone was giving up, we started our mission.” Regularly hosting label nights in prominent clubs around the world, Token has become a label supported by a wide-ranging body of artists like Âme and Ben Klock to Efdemin, Truss and Ancient Methods. With the label now branching out into album and compilation territory, Token’s duty to techno may not yet be accomplished, but it’s been a job well done.

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Aphelion

Ø [Phase] - Insectoid

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► Celebrating their new album "The Other", Pan-Pot remind us that they're still at the very top of their game.

Pan-Pot Boiler Room Berlin DJ Set

Here is my set recorded at the Drumcode night at Lehmann Stuttgart Germany. Thanks for the massive vibe!..

Bart_Skils_@_Drumcode_Night_Lehmann_Stuttgart_[16-10-2015]



Pan-Pot - The Other Remixes [SNDST015]

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As the dust finally begins to settle after the release of Pan-Pot's massive album 'The Other', it's time to unleash a collection of heavy hitting reworks from the best and brightest stars of todays techno elite. Through careful consideration and an acute attention to detail, we couldn't be more elated to confirm ten artists we know and love to contribute their unique vision to Second State's first ever remix package.

Kicking things off with a heavily twisted alteration of 'Attention' is Nicole Moudaber and it's a tangled, dark trek through dense acoustic layers of audible madness. Next up is the Hamburg duo

Extrawelt with their twist on 'Optimistic Grey' and they deliver a beautiful blend of emotion and groove they are synonymous for.

Following suit is another passionately romantic number from man of the hour, Stephan Bodzin, and his take feels like floating through a sea of clouds, resulting in a timeless classic to be a focal point in any set for years to come.

Next in line is Ray Kajioka's take on '808 Nirvana' and it's a cosmic ride, ripe with swirling atmospherics laid over big churning drums and rolling cymbals.

Following up on the second 12“ of this LP is a man who needs no introduction: Carl Cox. And in true Coxy fashion he turns 'Riot' into just that: a big room, tension building monster!

Broken Engine' is the next track to get worked over and Wigbert delivers a stunning mix of shimmering tones and growling bass resulting in a lush venture through a cosmic backdrop of flickering stars in deep space.

Joseph Capriati ensues with his vision of 'Fugitives' and he brilliantly keeps the vibe of the original yet adds his trademark big room flair to take it to another level of driving euphoria.

Enlisting the talents of Alan Fitzpatrick to remix one of the slower listening tracks on the album turned out to be magic. With his signature percussion, Fitzpatrick takes the parts and creates a dive deep into sultry smooth waters of seduction.

The first of our last two remixes, which are digital exclusives, come from Paul Ritch and he delivers a grinding rendition of 'Riot', expertly crafted for the more euphoric peak time occasions.

Last and certainly not least is a man on the rise, Kevin Knapp with his twist on his own collaboration with Pan-Pot: 'Get In'. An expertly crafted tech house jam exploding with energy and attitude perfect for any moment, day or night, indoors or out.

No matter the time or place, there is something here for everyone and we are truly fulfilled and honored to present this package of cutting edge artists to celebrate this landmark moment. We know you will enjoy!

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@secondstateaudio
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Vinyl

Pan-Pot - Fugitives (Joseph Capriati Remix)

Bang! is out now on Beatport:

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Mark Knight & Alan Banjo - Bang! (Out Now)

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Anthony Parasole Boiler Room NYC DJ Set

As per tradition, here it is the first mix of our Off Sonar mixes series.

You can catch us at our Second State event at Pacha in Barcelona on Wednesday, June 15 with Dubfire, Stephan Hinz, Clint Stewart, Michael Klein, The Reason Y and BEC. 

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Pan-Pot - Sonar by Day 2016

Happy to be in Barcelona for the Off Week with the Second State family. You can catch us tonight at Pacha with Dubifre, Pan-Pot, Stephan Hinz, Michael Klein, Clint Steward and BEC. Here is our warm up for the Event. Enjoy it! ;)

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Tracklist

1. Jonathan David, Matt McLarrie - Pollo Frito (Original Mix)
2. Monika Kruse - Summer Drops (Mendo Remix)
3. Pablo Say - Happy (Original Mix)
4. The Reason Y - Whisper (Nick Curly Remix)
5. The Reason Y - Sunwaves (Original Mix)
6. Ron Costa - Erussel (Original Mix)
7. Remotion - Twist & Turns (Original Mix)
8. Paride Saraceni - Just For One Day (Original Mix)
9. Raffaele Rizzi - B52 (Original Mix)
10. Ron Costa, Alberto Ruiz - In Time (Perc Version)
11. Marco Faraone - Boost (Original Mix)
12. My Cat Snoop - TT (Original Mix)
13. Raffaele Rizzi - Break Point (Original Mix)
14. Pig&Dan - Modular Baptism (Original Mix)

SNDST Off Week Mix - The Reason Y

What an amazing year 2016 has been so far. Here's a special birthday gift from me to you as a thank you for all the incredible support...this is Cough N Drop!

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Free Download

Mark Knight - Cough N Drop (Free Download)

Here is my set from our drumcode party at sonar barcelona. Thanks for the amazing vibe!..

Bart Skils @ Drumcode x Loveland, Sonar Barcelona [17-06-2016]

PRRUKD047 - Marla Singer - Hidden Face / Lost Key

A1. Warehouse Memories
A2. Warehouse Memories ( Emmanuel AKNF remix )
B1. Daydream
B2. Shades of Night

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B1. Daydream

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Marcel Dettmann Boiler Room x Dekmantel Festival DJ Set

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Techno

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